Soaking almonds overnight makes them far more digestible and unlocks many of their nutrients. This is what happens when you plant a seed in the earth and then water it—it wakes up and prepares to germinate, unlocking its nutrients for use in growing into a plant. Serve this smoothie as a snack or as a light breakfast.
Preparation Note
        The almonds need to be soaked in a bowl of water for 8 to 10 hours before preparing this recipe. In the morning be sure to drain off the soaking water and rinse well in a colander.
Ingredients
        
	
	        ½          cups      
        raw almonds  
        (soaked overnight)  
      
	
	        2          cups      
        water  
      
	
	        1          medium      
        frozen  
    
        bananas  
      
	
	        2          cups      
        fresh or frozen   
    
        strawberries  
      
	
	        ¼          teaspoons      
        raw vanilla powder  
        (optional)